Silicon Valley Reads
Silicon Valley Reads is a community engagement program that features books and an annual theme to bring people together by providing more than 150 free, public events each year in February and March. Events for all ages include author talks, book clubs, art/music events, community activities, arts and crafts, movies, and creative events or activities based on the theme each year.
The future holds immense potential for our Silicon Valley community, and technology, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI), is poised to shape our world in ways we have yet to realize. We see this potential as an opportunity to learn about how we can empower ourselves and future generations for a better world.
Our theme this year is "Empowering Humanity: Technology for a Better World." We will learn from those on the forefront of the AI movement, explore ways in which technology impacts our daily lives and future, address questions related to ethics, and discuss how we can create a positive impact using the tools that are rapidly becoming accessible to each of us. We hope you will join us for these important learning opportunities and conversations.
Last year, we connected over 12,000 residents of Santa Clara County through free events and discussions about sustainability. This year, we will inspire literacy and spark conversations around how we can use technology to benefit humanity.
If you have comments or ideas, feel free to email siliconvalleyreads@gmail.com for consideration.
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Featured Videos
Silicon Valley Reads 2024: A Greener Tomorrow Starts Today
Silicon Valley Reads 2024: A Greener Tomorrow Starts Today
To Change a Planet: Read by the author, Christina Soontornvat
The Forest Man, read by the author Anne Matheson
2025 Books
We have carefully selected three books that encapsulate the spirit of our theme and encourage meaningful community conversations:
Featured Books for Adults
The Worlds I See
Loneliness & Company
The Mountain in the Sea
Thanks to our Donors!
Silicon Valley Reads relies on the generous donations of our community partners and donors to run over 150 free events each year. For more information on donating, please visit the Donor Information page. Thank you for financially supporting Silicon Valley Reads programs!